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Some changes
Posted at 00:12.24 and filed under WorkI’ve renamed my work-related posts’ category to simply “Work”. Most of the posts are locked, the usual password applies. Those who want them, pls tell me. Aubrey and co. need not apply 
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For those 3LimeLighters in my life
Posted at 00:50.15 and filed under WorkDear 3L,
You never thought that physics teacher would be so net-savvy and found so many of u ppl’s blogs rite..haha! Knowing that u ppl will now come here to spy on me, i might as well post something for u ppl.
Back in july when they told me that I would be taking over your class, I was worried. Some of the teachers said that you ppl are not performing well blah… and I was worried that I may make things worse. Your prev teacher has some faith in you guys, telling me “these ppl are not stupid, they are just abit lazy and need more motivation.” It wasn’t easy for me to teach in the 1st place, having no formal training. I remember the prac session that i had with u ppl, 1st time got someone demo lab to u all rite. Believe me, i was nervous then..but i think @ the end it turned out fine.
4 mths down the road, I must say that I have learnt quite abit about the ppl from your class. It became clear that although most of u guys may be stuck in 2nd gear in terms of academic performance, but you’re roaring like a ferrari in other areas. I try to recall as many ppl as i can here, but sorry if i’ve missed out on you.
The 1st one who struck an impression on me was huimin, who took initiative to look for me for extra coaching before the common test. I talked to you for a while and learnt that you wanted to be a lawyer. I hope that you will stay focussed on your goal and eventually succeed..
Jiahui, I remember you as the one who will always ask me qns privately in class, esp when i’m standing near your table. Looking at how determined u and the rest of the SJAB gals were for the drill competition illustrates the fact that you can do well so long as u put in enough effort.
How about the number of blue rings i see in this class? Wantian, Zhixin, Junqi, Eunice, Wini..did i miss out any? From the 4 of u, it proves that being the last class doesn’t mean that you will amt to no good. Your cca teachers and mates obviously saw strengths in you that you yourself may or may not recognise.
Some of you may not be wearing blue rings for ur cca, but u still have impt roles to play. I look out from the window at TRC and see Janson leading the sec 1 ncc cadets in marching. I see Xinhang running about to settle the ncc stuff. Even though you may not be at the top, your leadership qualities can emerge in other ways.
The P singled out the class today for some praising in terms of music and art. I think i saw evidence of that in the canteen. Correct me if i’m wrong, xinhang, zhixin and huifang’s works were up on the display. I hear marian play the piano before at the canteen. Also had the chance to see huiyi and yen chai perform in the band @ openhouse. the school’s dance n choir are renowned for their prowess, and wanling and kaiting’s efforts in their respective grps have to some extent contributed to the grps’ strengths.
You ppl are also way too active. I see the tennis rackets in class, and the number of athletes in ur class. Strong runners, table tennis players, netball captain…did i miss out any? fill me in pls..
So after talking so much, what’s the point that I want to raise? Every person has his or her own strengths. Some of it may be obvious for all to see, like academic performance where everyone can see an A1. Some talents are more sublime, like an inclination towards the aesthetics, or leadership capability. In a perfect world, nobody would be judged solely based on academic performance. Other factors would play a key role in determining if a person is successful or not.
Sadly, we live in Sg, and Uncle Lee long time ago decided that the only way to move fwd for Singapore is to be a meritocracy, based on academic performance. And unfortunately that has become the main measure of success here, though views are starting to change.
All you ppl need to do is to look deep within yourself, or ask ur closest friends, what are my strengths. What are the things that i can be proud of. What are the areas that allow me to walk with confidence. After that, do not be haughty. Use this slight gain in confidence to propel yourself forward. Start simple, start small. Making even seemingly small gains in your academic work may seem insignificant to you or others now, but remember that travelling 1 mile in a long journey of 1000 miles means that you only have 999 miles to go. Keep a steady pace, you will get there.
Never look down on yourself, never say that you can’t do it. You can’t do it because you’re either not trying hard enough, or that you’re looking from the wrong angle. One goes thru a doorway by finding the key to unlock and open the door, not continuously ramming against the door. Take a short breather, digest what you have done and try again.
I leave you with a quote from everyone’s favourite physicist, Issac Newton
“If I have seen further it is by standing on ye shoulders of Giants.”
That Giant lies within you.
Admin matters: should you guys need help, you ppl know where to email me. And your chalet hor..can someone email me the details and the hp number of @ least one of you ppl. I promise to try my best to go down 
Thanks for the pizza too
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